The Best Men's Sandals for Beach, City and Travel (2026)
One pair for the sand, one for the street, one for rough ground, with the upper, closure and US size run of each.
Last updated: October 2026
For the beach, the Beach Breeze Sandals ($39.99, US 6.5 to 14 in half sizes). For the city, the Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal ($44.98, 100% genuine leather). For travel, the Trail Grip Cowhide Sandal ($54.98, closed toe).
Each kind of day gets one Adam & Westcott pick and a backup, with specs taken from the product pages.
In this article
- Which sandal is best for each trip?
- What is the best sandal for the beach?
- What is the best sandal for the city?
- What is the best sandal for travel?
- How many pairs should you pack?
- FAQ
Which sandal is best for each trip?
Match the closure to the ground: adjustable straps or a slide for sand, a buckle for pavement, a closed toe and lace for trails. The six picks below run $39.98 to $59.98.
| Trip and pick | Upper | Closure | US sizes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Beach:  Beach Breeze Sandals
|
Not stated, anti-slip sole | Adjustable straps | 6.5 to 14, half | $39.99 |
Beach:  Two Tone Slip On Slides
|
Two-tone, not stated | Slip-on | 6 to 13 half, plus 14 | $44.99 |
City:  Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal
|
100% genuine leather | Metal buckle | 6 to 14, whole | $44.98 |
City:  Craftsman Stitch Leather Sandals
|
Genuine cowhide | Velcro strap | 6 to 14, whole | $44.98 |
Travel:  Trail Grip Cowhide Sandal
|
100% first-layer cowhide | Bungee lace, closed toe | 6 to 14, whole | $54.98 |
Travel:  Rugged Trail Sandals
|
Breathable mesh, hand-stitched | Strap | 6 to 12, half | $59.98 |
What is the best sandal for the beach?
The Beach Breeze Sandals: adjustable straps, an anti-slip sole and a breathable, lightweight build for $39.99. They were the best-selling Adam & Westcott sandal of the last 30 days.
Keep the beach pair the one you do not mind rinsing. For nothing to fasten, the 
Two Tone Slip On Slides have a thick cushioned sole and a non-slip outsole and are the store's best-selling slide. The 
Coastal Slide Sandals at $42.98 are the pair the product page describes as quick-drying.
Adjustable straps and an anti-slip sole, in black, coffee or brown, US 6.5 to 14.
What is the best sandal for the city?
The Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal: a 100% genuine leather upper, metal buckle strap, cushioned footbed and non-slip rubber sole for $44.98, in black, brown, white or blue.
A buckled leather sandal looks deliberate with linen trousers and stays put on long walks. The 
Craftsman Stitch Leather Sandals are the second best-selling sandal of the month: a genuine cowhide upper with hand-stitched seams and a velcro strap, also $44.98. Both run whole sizes, US 6 to 14.
Handstitched genuine leather upper with a metal buckle strap and a non-slip rubber sole.
What is the best sandal for travel?
The Trail Grip Cowhide Sandal: a 100% first-layer cowhide upper, closed toe, bungee quick-lace closure and anti-slip rubber outsole for $54.98, in US 6 to 14.
On trails and cobbles the closed toe matters most. For hotter days, the 
Rugged Trail Sandals at $59.98 use an open mesh build with hand-stitched seams and come in half sizes, but the run stops at US 12, so larger feet should take the Trail Grip.
First-layer cowhide, a closed toe and a bungee lace that tightens in one pull.
How many pairs should you pack?
Two: one leather pair for the city and one strap or slide pair for water. The Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal plus the Beach Breeze Sandals comes to $84.97.
Add the closed-toe pair for hiking. Before you order, measure your foot heel to toe in centimetres. On the Adam & Westcott sandal charts US 9 is EU 43, UK 8 and 27 cm, and each whole US size adds 1 cm. If you are a half size, the Beach Breeze Sandals and Two Tone Slip On Slides sell half sizes; the leather city and travel picks do not.
Frequently asked questions
What sandals are best for walking all day?
A strapped pair with a cushioned footbed, such as the Trail Grip Cowhide Sandal (bungee lace) or the Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal (metal buckle).
Can you wear leather sandals on the beach?
Keep leather for dry ground. For sand and water, the Beach Breeze Sandals ($39.99) have an anti-slip sole and the Coastal Slide Sandals ($42.98) are described as quick-drying.
What sandals should I pack for a holiday?
Two pairs cover most trips: the Handstitched Leather Buckle Sandal for the city and the Beach Breeze Sandals for the beach, $84.97 together at Adam & Westcott.
Which travel sandal protects the toes?
The Trail Grip Cowhide Sandal. It has a closed toe, a 100% first-layer cowhide upper and a bungee quick-lace closure, at $54.98 in US 6 to 14.
What size is US 9 in EU sandals?
EU 43, UK 8 and a 27 cm foot on the Adam & Westcott sandal charts.
Next: the six types of men's sandals and leather sandals vs slides, compared and what first-layer and split leather mean.
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